Books matching: impact of child disappearances
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Save:The Shut Eye by Belinda Bauer is a gripping mystery crime thriller revolving around the disappearance of a young boy named Daniel. The story follows the distraught mother, Anna, who clings to the last sign of her son by preserving his footprints in wet cement. As the investigation unfolds, DCI Marvel, a maverick detective, becomes involved in the case, which leads to unexpected connections with other missing children and a psychic known as the shut eye. Bauer's writing style is praised for its unique storytelling approach, blending elements of suspense, dark humor, and misdirection to keep readers engaged until the surprising conclusion.
It was eight thirty-seven, and he’d done the same thing less than a minute earlier. He had promised Debbie he would be home by nine. Normally it wouldn’t matter, but tonight it did, although he wasn’t... - #2
Save:"The Riders" by Tim Winton follows the story of Fred Scully, a man whose wife mysteriously disappears, leaving him and their young daughter behind. Scully embarks on a journey across Europe in search of his wife, encountering various challenges and revelations along the way. The narrative explores themes of abandonment, grief, and the complexities of family relationships. Winton's writing style is described as dark, haunting, and gripping, with vivid descriptions of landscapes and characters that immerse the reader in the emotional turmoil of the protagonist.
WITH THE NORTH WIND hard at his back, Scully stood in the doorway and sniffed. The cold breeze charged into the house, finding every recess and shadowy hollow. It rattled boards upstairs and lifted sc...
